X Boat Race Team

X BOAT RACE TEAM

ADVANCED

Ages 8-16 (Crew) 11-16 (Skipper)

Basic Course Description:

X Boat Race Team is a advanced class which purpose is to set the foundation of racing the traditional X boat. Classes run Monday - Friday 1pm- 4pm with the exception of days when the team is taking part in a GLSS supported regatta. Each team (one crew and one skipper) will work together in order to win races. The basis of the class is team communication and advanced racing strategies/ techniques. All members of the race team will also get coaching at Trap, GLSS Dinghy Fest, Xtreme regatta and ILYA Championships.

Skills Learned:

Advanced techniques
Team communication
Strategy
Mentality
Sportsmanship

Requirements:

Provide your own boat (charter availability at request)
Coast Guard approved life jacket
LGYC Junior Membership required to compete in club races
Jacket or fleece
Sandals/shoes (must stay on in water—no flip flops)
Towel & dry change of clothes
Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
Ages 8-16

Full Summer Course
June 7 - August 6
Includes Coaching at GLSS Supported Regattas

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Current Instructors

Marek Valasek

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Optimist Race Team
X Boat Race Team

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More Information

This program offers a positive team setting where young sailors can learn and apply advanced racing skills. X-boat Racing Team members begin their day at 12:45 pm with a general meeting and review of previous days efforts. Sailors participate in a chalkboard lesson or land exercise emphasizing a key skill each day. After coaches issue a game plan for the practice or race ahead, sailors are then sent to rig and launch.